Jeffery Heath
Maryville,TN
Summary
Dynamic Air Force veteran with 20 years of proven expertise in leading and inspiring high-performing teams within challenging aviation environments. Demonstrates strong abilities in leveraging emotional intelligence and operational analysis for conflict resolution, optimizing human resources, and consistently exceeding organizational objectives. Possesses a Secret Clearance, underscoring a commitment to integrity and security in all operations. Results-driven leader dedicated to fostering collaboration and driving mission success.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Mission Support Coordinator – Airfield Manager
United States Air Force
Scott, AFB, IL
03.2023 - Current
- Coordinated logistics for POTUS G7 Summit, integrating efforts of 19 support groups, 79 security personnel, and 93 cargo aircraft to enhance international security initiatives.
- Executed successful evacuation of 795 personnel and airlift of 2.4 million pounds of cargo ahead of schedule. Directed a 59-person response team in Niger through withdrawal from two air bases. Delivered operational efficiency in high-pressure situations.
- Achieved seamless coordination of 105 presidential movements through collaboration with an 8-member team and the White House Military Office. Delivered 12 million pounds of cargo and transported 3,700 passengers via 1,300 flights to 10 countries.
Contingency Airfield Manager/Training Manager
United States Air Force
McGuire AFB, NJ
09.2015 - 02.2023
- Developed and delivered a comprehensive Vehicle Operations Training Program for 240 employees across three departments, achieved a 100% flight safety record through 125+ hours of instruction and adherence to safety protocols.
- Assigned to hurricane Irma humanitarian relief efforts, rapidly designed and implemented an airport operational plan for cargo staging area/steered 41 team members and cargo management, expedited delivery of 22 tons of critical aid.
- Optimized $27M alert warehouse layout redesign; streamlined inventory and repacking process for 184 mission critical checklist items, achieved a 19% reduction in accountability and packing time and bolstered team readiness.
- Overhauled Airfield Management training program: Revised the operating instruction, simplified complex procedures, and established a centralized filing system, which resulted in faster response times, and increased team efficiencies.
Prior Leadership Positions with U.S. Air Force
United States Air Force
03.2006 - 09.2015
- Directed 31% contractor housing increase. Ensured the seamless integration of 250 additional civilian personnel by overseeing the US and International contractor housing expansion and confirming adequate life support provisions.
- Coordinated the transfer of theater provided assets. Accounted for $10K of automated data processing equipment which resulted the return of government assets and the provision of authorized airfield materials to the Afghan forces.
- Managed 6 facilities, placed 60 work orders, scrubbed 6 excel trackers, removed 500 pounds of damaged equipment, which supported over 1.4K military and civilian personnel and informed senior leaders of the US/Afghan footprint.
Education
Bachelor of Arts (BA) - German
University of Tennessee
KnoxvilleAssociate degree - Aviation Management
Community College of the Air Force
Skills
- Workforce Coordination
- Team Building/Mentoring
- Policies and Procedures
- Issue Resolution
- Instruction & Evaluation
- Resource Management
- Project Management
- Process Improvement
- Fluent German
- Project management
- Appointment scheduling
- Data entry
- Documentation and recordkeeping
- Report preparation
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Bookkeeping
- Team collaboration
- Verbal and written communication
- File organization
- Office administration
- Employee records management
- Event planning
- Customer service
- Goal setting
- Coaching and mentoring
- Performance improvement
- Operations management
- Quality assurance
Accomplishments
- Executed corporate divisions first logistics tactics conference, united 16 professions to create airfield sustainability data models for 45 airfields; shaped the Air Force's FY25 Operations Plan, awarded Air Force Achievement medal.
- Strengthened Incirlik Air Base weapons system security posture as Security Manager; identified and mitigated 3 key threats; trained 80 members on classified material handling; selected division employee of the quarter.
- Front line manager: mentored 856 employees, provided guidance to 15 members on performance improvement plans, granted exception to tuition reimbursement policy; awarded branch employee of the quarter.
Timeline
Mission Support Coordinator – Airfield Manager
United States Air Force
03.2023 - Current
Contingency Airfield Manager/Training Manager
United States Air Force
09.2015 - 02.2023
Prior Leadership Positions with U.S. Air Force
United States Air Force
03.2006 - 09.2015
Associate degree - Aviation Management
Community College of the Air Force
Bachelor of Arts (BA) - German
University of Tennessee